Reviews

The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson, Chris Tebbetts

msmo's review against another edition

3.0

not a new story, but still, has some interesting twists. laura park's illustrations make it worth the read.

reader53's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I like this book because of how realistic it is, especially how Patterson didn’t make Jeanne. He didn’t get off easy for his rule breaking and the storytelling just felt very natural. 

thecorioliseffect's review against another edition

I had to read this book for a class I'm taking, and of all the books I could have had to read for school, I'm glad this was one of them! It was actually super cute. I listened to the audiobook, so unfortunately I couldn't read along with the little pictures Rafe drew, so that's a bummer.

I'm actually kind of curious as to what's going to happen to our friend Rafe. I definitely did NOT need to be starting a 14 books series. And I know... I KNOW. It's not like is decided to start this series on my own. I could just call this a standalone and move on with my life but... no I can't. It's me. This is now an open series, and I MUST FINISH IT.

I'm also wondering if this will delve at all into Rafe's mental health. I'm wondering if we'll see more of Leo in future books. I know it's a middle grade, so there's a good chance it won't.

drblump's review against another edition

funny lighthearted medium-paced

3.25

lindseygrant's review against another edition

4.0

Super good book! It is about a kid who wants to break every rule in the book, but adding a little twist to make it more fun. His best friend Leo helps come up with the ideas. The main character is an amazing artist.

jjrae's review against another edition

3.0

I couldn't help comparing this to Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and by that I mean, it excelled. I felt Rafe is well characterized, the plot of setting out to break every school rule is cool, and the twist gives the book a different feel, which I quite like. The principal is referred to as the Lizard King and Rafe is terrified of the dungeons. I never had a laugh aloud moment but I bet reading aloud to a group of kids would make a lot of fun. Be careful, though--Rafe is a big troublemaker with some clever ideas. Kids might be tempted to make their own versions of Operation R.A.F.E..

bvharre77's review against another edition

5.0

Despite the fact that I am almost in college, I quite enjoyed this book. It was a super easy read and I read it in about an hour or so. The drawings were cool to look at and added more life to the book. This would definitely be a good book for younger children to read.

deepfreezebatman's review

4.0

Thought I'd check out this popular series for my up-and-coming middle schooler. Overall I was surprised by the mix of humor and difficult issues (I was genuinely mind-blown by one of twists). Interested to see where the prolific series goes next..

eralon's review against another edition

2.75

I read this with my 6th-grade son at bedtime. Not a great example for kids and dull for adults.

benisatree6177's review

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25